Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant

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We are looking for a Medical Assistant or a Certified Nursing Assistant to assist with clinical procedures, facilitate flow of patients through the office and communicate internally as appropriate to coordinate services. The Medical Assistant position is great for those who want to make a difference in the mental health field!
Monday - Friday position.

• Retrieve information from the medication line and forward this information to the Nurses
• Document patient history, record vital signs and allergies as needed
• Review medical records for required documentation, including updating release of information authorization forms
• Submit authorizations for drug refills to the pharmacy as directed and complete drug prior authorization forms as needed
• Prepare samples and document in record; contact patient as directed

• High school diploma
• Knowledge of medical records documentation requirements
• Certification as a Medical Assistant or completion of a recognized one year Medical Assistant Program OR
• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
• Previous mental health and medical management experience
• Demonstrated computer skills, including but not limited to electronic medication and medical records data entry
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical with a drug and alcohol screen

• Humble. You lead with humility and empathy, respecting and learning from the perspectives of others.
• Persistent. Although it may take a while to achieve a goal, you do not give up.
• Conscientious. You keep your promises, taking your commitments to others seriously, and you have strong integrity.

Learn and Grow: Vera French offers various in-house training opportunities CPR, Medication Management and other trainings through our learning management system. To encourage our staff to continue their education, Vera French also offers a Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Repayment program for all employees after one year of employment.

• Group Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance
  • Delta Dental - dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid life Insurance, AD&D, LTD through Mutual of Omaha
  • Supplemental life insurance, short term disability available
• 401(k) with employer contribution & matching
  • Employer contribution 3% of annual salary, vested day one
  • Employer matching 25% of every dollar put in by the employee, up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Repayment Program
  • Every employee (full-time or part-time) is eligible after one year of service
• Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Coverage through Mutual of Omaha
• Paid time off
  • Nine paid holidays per year
  • Nine paid sick days per year accrued on a payroll basis
  • 2 weeks of vacation accrued on a payroll basis

TO REQUIRE A MEDICAL EXAMINATION: I hereby certify that, if hired, I will disclose any limitations I have that may impact my ability to do the job. I understand that I may also be required to undergo a pre-employment or post-employment medical exam by the VFCMHC designated health practitioner.

TO CONTACT REFERENCES AND CONDUCT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: I understand that I may be subject to a background check, and hereby authorize Vera French Community Mental Health Center, or any of its affiliates, to investigate my background to determine any and all information of concern as to my record, whether the same is of record or not, and I release employers and persons named in my application from all liability for any damages on account of his/her furnishing said information.

Additionally, you are hereby authorized to make any investigation of my personal history, educational background, military record, motor vehicle records, criminal records, and credit history through an investigative or credit agency or bureau of your choice. I authorize the release of this information by the appropriate agencies to the investigating service. I authorize and give permission for the individuals listed as references to provide written information and/or verbally discuss my background with Vera French Community Mental Health Center, or any of its affiliates.

This authorization, in original or copy form, shall be valid for this and any future reports and updates that may be required. I understand that passing the background check is a condition of employment. A negative background check can be grounds for dismissal, even if an offer has been made to me and I have been hired.